Model year guide

2017 Kia sedona

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2017 Kia sedona is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 6 on record.

2017 Kia sedona — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2017 Kia sedona at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints131
Combined20 mpg
Typical price$17,309

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2017 Kia sedona recalls 4

Structure:body:door NHTSA Campaign #18V338000 · 23/05/2018

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Kia Sedona vehicles equipped with a power sliding door (PSD). The PSD may not auto-reverse when its closing is obstructed.

Fix: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the PSD module software, free of charge. The recall began on June 18, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC164.

Air Bags NHTSA Campaign #22V031000 · 25/01/2022

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Sedona, Soul, Soul EV, 2017-2018 Forte, and 2017 Forte Koup vehicles. The Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) cover may contact a memory chip on the printed circuit board and damage the electrical circuit. Circuit damage may result in deactivated air bags that will not deploy in a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the ACU, and either update the software or replace the unit, as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 21, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC226.

Exterior Lighting:turn Signal NHTSA Campaign #21V725000 · 17/09/2021

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Sedona vehicles. The Smart Junction Box (SJB) software logic may not properly interpret the signals received from the multifunction switch, which could cause the turn signal to activate in the opposite direction of what the driver intended.

Fix: Dealers will update the SJB software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 12, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC217.

Electrical System:wiring NHTSA Campaign #19V109000 · 19/02/2019

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Sedona vehicles equipped with manually-adjusted front passenger seats. Over time, the Occupant Detection System (ODS) wiring harness located underneath the front passenger seat may break from the seat being occupied.

Fix: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will remove the wire harness clip to prevent the wiring harness from breaking. If the harness is found damaged, the front passenger seat cushion will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2019. Owners may cont…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2017 Kia sedona common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 131 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

2017 Kia sedona MPG & running costs

Combined20 mpg
City18 mpg
Highway24 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,100

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2017 Kia sedona worth?

Low
$13,795
Typical price
$17,309
High
$26,895

From 5 comparable 2017 Kia sedona listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2017 Kia sedona costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,500
Depreciation (5 yrs)$6,550
Total$22,050
Per mile$0.29

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($17,309) with the same model 5 model-years older ($10,740), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2017 Kia sedona trims & engines on record

Trims
LX · EX/SX
Engines
3.3L 6-cyl 276 hp

2017 Kia sedona vehicles on record

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Other Kia sedona model years

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2017 Kia sedona — frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Kia sedona have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2017 Kia sedona. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Kia sedona?

Based on 131 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, structure, electrical system.

What gas mileage does the 2017 Kia sedona get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2017 Kia sedona at about 20 mpg combined (18 city / 24 highway).

How much is a 2017 Kia sedona worth?

Comparable 2017 Kia sedona listings run roughly $13,795–$26,895, typically around $17,309 (from 5 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.